Activism, Social Justice & Jazz presented by Leimert Park Jazz Festival

Activism, Social Justice, and Jazz — Part II

Presented by Leimert Park Jazz Festival 360 and Dr. Ronald C. McCurdy, Professor of Music Studies, University of Southern California

Jazz has long served as a powerful vehicle for self-expression and a reflection of its times. Many of the genre’s most pioneering artists have used their platforms to address significant historical moments marked by marginalization, oppression, and brutality. Building on the program presented in May at USC, this event will feature Dr. Ronald C. McCurdy moderating a panel of esteemed scholars and jazz artists as they explore how jazz has been a powerful force in challenging and disrupting racism and inequality.

Panelists:

• Dr. Jody D. Armour, Roy P. Crocker Professor of Law, University of Southern California
• Capri Maddox, Executive Director/General Manager, L.A. Civil Rights Department
• Dr. Eddie Meadows, Professor Emeritius, San Diego State University; Adjunct Professor, UCLA
• Dr. Dawn M. Norfleet, Composer, Musician, UC Irvine Jazz Studies Faculty

Live performance by The Kenneth Brown Collective, playing selections from jazz artists who used their music to advocate for social justice and anti-racism.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a gathering that aims to inspire change through meaningful dialogue and the universal language of jazz.

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Leimert Park Jazz Festival 360 (LPJF360) is a year-round initiative expanding the impact of the Leimert Park Jazz Festival through enriching educational programs and live performances across Los Angeles. In collaboration with diverse partners, LPJF360 is dedicated to celebrating and preserving jazz culture, supporting emerging jazz artists, and cultivating the next generation of jazz enthusiasts. Through thought-provoking panel discussions, immersive workshops, and intimate concerts, LPJF360 enhances the city’s cultural landscape, making jazz more accessible and engaging for all.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Lula Washington Contemporary Dance Foundation, 3773 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States